Transportation Security Officer (TSO) at Ontario International Airport

Location: Ontario International Airport, Ontario, CA
Application Deadline: 3/21/25

Join Our Team

Protect the nation's transportation systems to ensure freedom of movement for people and commerce.

Our Mission

TSA offers rewarding, meaningful careers and professional growth. We are a team of dedicated individuals who work hard to deliver our mission of protecting the nation’s transportation systems and ensuring safe travels.

Our Vision

An agile security agency, embodied by a professional workforce, that engages its partners and the American people to outmatch a dynamic threat.

Job Overview

Thank you for your interest in employment with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). If you successfully complete the Transportation Security Officer (TSO) candidate evaluation process and are selected for a position, you will play a vital role in supporting the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) mission. This role includes unique operational requirements and a competitive compensation plan.

Local Airport Details

• Maintains a 23 hours per day, seven days per week flight schedule.
• Peak times: Monday through Sunday, 3 a.m. – 11 p.m.
• Screening operations may or may not be temperature controlled.

Work Schedules

• TSO work schedules are based on the operational needs of the airport, including non-traditional shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Specific shifts assigned after training; minimal flexibility due to job nature.
• Emergency personnel expected to report during inclement weather.

Current Openings:
25 hours per week
Five days of five hours per day
Part-time shifts in morning and afternoon hours

Benefits

TSA offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term care insurance
• Personal leave days and paid federal holidays
• Tuition assistance
• Uniform allowance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Transportation subsidies
• Retirement program and Thrift Savings Plan
• Health and wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program

Promotional Potential

New officers have a path to reach up to a 67% increase from the starting base salary over 5 years, alongside federal pay raises.

Commuter Details

• On-site parking available for TSA employees at $55.00 per month.
• Public transportation to the airport is not available; subsidies for transportation offered.

Dress Code

TSO uniforms are provided with specific restrictions on accessories and grooming while in uniform.

If you have any questions, please contact the TSA HC ServeU Customer Care at HC-ServeU@tsa.dhs.gov.

For more information, visit: TSA Jobs.